Van Persie boost for Gunners

DUTCH striker Robin van Persie will give Arsenal’s title ambitions a timely boost when he returns for tonight’s crucial clash against Tottenham at White Hart Lane.

Van Persie, out for five months after rupturing ankle ligaments on international duty, is likely to start from the bench in a match which could see the Gunners leapfrog Manchester United in the Barclays Premier League table.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits he is taking a “gamble” in bringing the striker back ahead of schedule but admits Arsenal have missed Van Persie’s goal power this season.